Claire Wright

Claire Wright is a three-time entrepreneur and technology executive with more than two decades of experience across entertainment, technology, and audience engagement. Beginning her career in the music industry in the early 1990s, she worked with leading record and publishing companies before producing events and supporting independent electronic music projects around the world. Currently CEO of BUDDY, Wright is focused on the intersection of fan engagement, audience intelligence, and emerging technologies, helping sports and entertainment organizations better understand their audiences and create more meaningful experiences. Throughout her career, Wright has led Fortune 500, B2G, B2B, and direct-to-consumer initiatives, with expertise spanning strategic partnerships, innovation, and growth. She is particularly passionate about how AI, analytics, and privacy-first intelligence are enabling organizations to make smarter decisions, drive new revenue opportunities, and deliver better experiences for fans and communities. A long-time advocate for the live entertainment ecosystem, Wright has supported and served industry organizations including AFEM (Association for Electronic Music), the Electronic Music Alliance, and ESTA. She has been featured in Forbes, Good Day LA, Sky, and the Daily Mail, and regularly speaks on the intersection of technology, culture, and innovation.